University of Applied Arts Vienna·Museum Studies
Master of Arts (MA)
The Expanded Museum Studies Master's program fosters critical engagement with contemporary museum practices and theories. It emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing students to examine and redefine the museum concept across various cultural contexts. The curriculum integrates hands-on learning with theoretical analysis, resulting in skilled professionals ready to innovate within the museum sector.
Through this program, students explore the evolution and role of museums while developing skills in critiquing and reimagining museum practices through a contemporary lens. An emphasis is placed on societal engagement and diverse cultural perspectives.
The curriculum spans four semesters with a blend of core courses and collaborative seminars designed to enhance hands-on experience and theoretical frameworks in museum studies, culminating in a Master’s thesis.
Graduates possess a comprehensive understanding of museology, cultural theory, and collaborative practices, preparing them for innovative roles in museum and cultural institutions. They can lead projects that address current challenges in the field.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2021/22
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
€ 25,20 ÖH-Beitrag plus gegebenenfalls anfallende Studiengebühren im Umfang von € 363,36 bzw. € 726,72
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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